Director-Performance Management

Westminster Choir College of Rider University

Location:

Princeton, NJ

Type of Position:

Administrative

Application Deadline:

Saturday, June 30, 2018

Westminster Choir College of Rider University seeks a Director of Performance Management. This is a full-time, 12-month, non-bargaining administrative position that reports to the Dean of the Westminster College of the Arts. The position is open until filled, and the successful candidate will start at the earliest possible time. The Director is a member of the Dean's executive team, assisting in strategic planning and decision-making.

At this time, Rider University seeks to transfer Westminster Choir College to a new partner, with whom negotiations are ongoing. The Director of Performance Management will have a unique and special opportunity to initiate entrepreneurial activities and expand the outreach of the College through performances, tours, possible franchised operations, and enhanced use of the Cullen Center, a facility opened in 2014 that includes Hillman Hall, a room designed specifically for choral rehearsal, recording, and performance.

Overview: Working with full-time staff and graduate assistants, the Director will

create, coordinate and supervise development and implementation of the master performance calendar

initiate, negotiate and coordinate performance contracts with professional orchestras

oversee scheduling and execution of on- and off-campus performances, special events and guest artists

coordinate use of campus space with the Westminster Conservatory and Continuing Education offices

Particularly as the operation expands through the opportunity presented by a new partnership:

recruit, hire, and oversee training of staff

create and implement plans for entrepreneurial operations

create a business plan for additional revenue streams

increase the visibility of the various performance dimensions of the Choir College.

Background/Qualifications

The successful application will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree in an arts or arts-management discipline, preferably music; have completed at least (5) five years experience in a leadership position; and have documented success in managing a similar operation. Priority will be given to candidates with significant experience working with professional organizations similar to Carnegie Hall, Kimmel Center, New York Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, national arts agencies, etc.

Rider University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicap/disability, Vietnam-era/disabled veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other non-job related criteria.

Application Procedure:

To apply for this position, please visit us at https://rider.peopleadmin.com to apply for Position No. 300080. Complete applications will include a cover letter, current résumé or CV, a list of 3-5 professional references with contact information, and a brief statement of your leadership style and philosophy. All materials should be uploaded on this site. The position is open immediately and will be filled as soon as possible. Please note: Upon the transition of Westminster Choir College to the new entity, employment with Rider University will terminate, and the continuance of the position will be at the discretion of that entity.